Ecuador's The Andean Highlands
Banos
This tiny haven reserved for nature lovers and sporting enthusiasts alike, nestles itself at the foot of the highly active Volcan Tungurahua. A true paradise in the mountains, Baños boasts a pleasant subtropical climate, lush surroundings, decadent cuisine and some of the friendliest people in all of South America. The premier gateway to the Amazon as well as the eastern slopes of the Andes, Baños prove the ideal location from which to embark upon a plethora of outdoor excursions.
Watch the Andean slopes give way to lush jungle landscapes as you raft the open river, take in the breathtaking panorama as you hike the Tungurahua, Carihuairazo or Cerro Hermoso Volcanoes, or smile in exhilaration as you bike the awe inspiring Avenue of Waterfalls. Finally, after a hard day at play within this welcoming retreat from the ordinary, lose yourself in the relaxed ambiance of one of Baños’ notorious hot springs.
